Job description

WATERSHED FOODS of GRIDLEY ILLINOIS is immediately seeking Production Operator candidates for 2nd & 3rd Shift. Gridley is approximately a half-hour drive north of Bloomington/Normal and approximately a half-hour drive south of Pontiac. Watershed Foods is a world-class manufacturer and supplier of freeze-dried products and ingredients, primarily freeze-dried yogurt drops and freeze-dried fruit and vegetable melts for the toddler snack category.

Our Vision Statement: Strategically providing innovative food solutions, world-class customer service, and employee development while honoring God.

Number of Positions Available: We anticipate there will be approximately 3 positions on each shift.

Pay: Starting compensation is $17.00 An addition 55¢ shift differential will be paid for all hours work on 2nd Shift or 3rd Shift.

Shift Hours:

• 3rd Shift 11:00 p.m. - 7:30 a.m.
• 2nd Shift 3:00pm - 11:30pm

Please note that work schedule includes rotating Saturday work.

How To Apply:

• Read through the duties and experience below to ensure that you meet the minimum requirements and are able to meet the expectations of this position before you apply.
• Apply through the indeed.com resume submission process included with this ad
• Visit us at 202 North Ford Street, Gridley IL during business hours to complete an application

Main Duties:

• Complete work as assigned and outlined in the SOPs for any of the areas within our Production department: Depositing, Traying, Batch Drying, Continuous Drying, Packaging, and Relief Operator. Use specific production equipment assigned to the specific department and position.
• Adhere to GMPs and Food Safety Policies and Occupational Safety Policies to maintain a safe work environment.
• Report Food Safety, Quality and Occupational Safety concerns area leads and to shift lead.
• Perform sanitation duties as needed.
• Perform Master Cleaning Schedule duties as needed
• Make process improvement suggestions.
• Properly dispose of waste material and used packaging supplies.
• Record quality and production data such as weights, lot numbers, metal detection, and temperature.

Requirements:

• Team-oriented personality.
• Detail oriented and attentive.
• Proficient in mathematics.
• Ability to work in fast paced environment.
• Well-developed sense of personal initiative.
• Ability to work with little or no supervision.
• Ability to work in environmental conditions (hot & cold).
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the job such as pushing, pulling, lifting, climbing stairs, etc. which is assessed through a pre-employment fit-for-duty test.

Benefits:

• Eligible for the company 401k plan on first day if 21 or older (100% match for first 3% contribution, 50% for next 2% contribution; Employee receives maximum match of 4% after contribution of 5% or more of salary)
• Eligible for medical, dental, vision, supplemental life insurance after 90 days. Basic life insurance and basic AD&D insurance are provided by the company.
• Eligible for short term disability (provided by company) immediately and long term disability after 90 days.
• Start earning vacation and sick/personal time after 90 days
• Receive company uniforms and work boots after 90 days
• Additional monies available through our Safety Incentive Program and Employee Referral Program

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift
• Overnight shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Shift availability:

• Overnight Shift (Required)
• Night Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person

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